Old Nissa

Old Nissa, also known as Nusay, is an archaeological site in Turkmenistan containing the remains of temples, fortresses, and palaces constructed from fired bricks. The buildings display intricate patterns and details throughout their walls, corners, and interior courtyards.

The settlement emerged as an important city and later became the capital of a major empire around the 3rd century BCE. It remained significant for centuries because of its location on trade routes that connected different regions and moved goods across vast distances.

This place was once a vital center where people worshipped their gods and governed their city through temples and administrative buildings. Today, the layout of these structures shows how residents organized their daily lives and maintained power across the region.

Visitors gain best access to the area through organized tours departing from the capital city, which include local guides who explain the ruins. With professional guidance, exploration becomes safer and you learn background information directly at the location.

The walls display a rare blend of Greek and local building styles, showing how different cultures met and worked together at this location. This combination of two building traditions is rarely seen so clearly at other sites from this period.

Location: Büzmeýin etraby

Address: X626+GGQ, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

GPS coordinates: 37.95145,58.21102

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:05